Belgium, Kingdom. An Order of Leopold II, Grand Cross Star, by Walravens Hold FLYNN 173178" on the obverse

FLYNN 173178" on the obverse

I’ve always told my parents the truth

At the outbreak of the Second World War

hallmarked on reverse “Vinc Mayer’s Sohne”

asking him to replace Werklein

Belgium, Kingdom. An Order of Leopold II, Grand Cross Star, by Walravens Hold FLYNN 173178" on the obverseInstitution date 1900. Type II (Post 1908). In silver gilt, a ten point star of alternating cluster of smooth and faceted rays, the central medallion in black and blue enamels, featuring a maltese cross with large ball finials and a surmounting crown on the 12 oclock arm, the reverse offers a vertical pin suspension with dual stays, central cartouche marked HENRI WALRAVENS, measures 84. 1 mm (w) x 88. 5 mm (h), weighs 75. 49 grams, light wear, enamels